CoolSculpting at our plastic surgery center in Louisville, KY, has become one of our most popular treatments. And why not? Freezing away your fat in a few simple, non-surgical treatments seems almost too good to be true. But as enticing as the process of CoolSculpting is, it is also surrounded by many misconceptions. Here, we finally put to rest the rumors about this revolutionary fat reduction treatment.

Myth: It’s not safe.

Reality: CoolSculpting is FDA-approved. It has been performed millions of times worldwide and is scientifically proven to be safe and effective.

Myth: It’s painful.

Reality: Though patients sometimes experience a cold, tight pulling sensation during the beginning of the session, the treatment area quickly becomes numb. Once the numbness takes over, most patients experience little to no discomfort. CoolSculpting is so gentle that some patients even fall asleep during their appointments.

Myth: It can only address stubborn fat on your midsection.

Reality: Though the stomach is one of the most commonly targeted areas, CoolSculpting can also be performed on the thighs, love handles, arms, and even below the chin. CaloSpa also offers DualSculpting to patients who want to treat more than one area of the body. DualSculpting involves using 2 CoolSculpting machines, so we can treat both sides of your body simultaneously. This will get you in and out of your appointment much more quickly, so you can get back to your day sooner.

Myth: Results are instantaneous.

Reality: After the fat cells are frozen, the body begins to break them down and flush them out over time. This is a gradual process and can take between 2 and 4 months before you see complete results. It is not uncommon for patients to undergo repeat treatments to achieve optimal results.

Myth: Results are temporary.

Reality: CoolSculpting can eliminate up to 25% of fat cells from a localized area, and once these fat cells leave the body, they do not return. However, it is important to note that the remaining fat cells can still be affected by your lifestyle, so it is important to maintain a balanced diet and regular exercise to achieve long-lasting results.

Myth: It is a replacement for liposuction.

Reality: Though CoolSculpting can eliminate fat cells, it cannot provide the same results as a surgical procedure. If you have more excessive pockets of fat, liposuction may be a better option for you. Check out our previous blog post about your body contouring options. For a more definitive answer of which treatment is best for you, consult with a qualified medical professional.

Myth: It’s a replacement for diet and exercise.

Reality: CoolSculpting does not replace the benefits of diet and exercise. Ideal candidates for this procedure are close to their ideal body weight but have pockets of fat that are resistant to diet and exercise. It’s always important to lead a healthy lifestyle as you work to achieve your cosmetic goals.

If you are interested in CoolSculpting or another body contouring procedure, request a consultation online or call our office at (502) 632-4565.

With spring break just around the corner, many of our patients are coming into our med spas in Lexington and Louisville for nonsurgical treatments to get them ready for swimsuit season. In this post we’ll suggest some popular options that can help you get the body you want before you head to the beach.

CoolSculpting®

CoolSculpting® is a noninvasive treatment for fat reduction. It uses precise cooling to eliminate fat cells without damaging other tissues. It can treat the abdomen, back, thighs, double chin, and flanks.

Because it doesn’t involve anesthesia or incisions, there is no downtime or recovery period required. The treatment only lasts about an hour so many patients come between classes or on their lunch breaks, then return to their normal daily routine immediately after.

Following treatment, your body will begin its natural process of breaking down and flushing out the fat cells. You will typically see your final results after about 2 to 4 months, so we recommend scheduling treatment soon if you want to be ready by spring.

truSculpt®

The truSculpt® procedure treats stubborn fat deposits and dimples using radiofrequency energy for noninvasive, painless body contouring. The process involves delivering radiofrequency energy to the subcutaneous fat which disrupts the fat cells and strengthens and thickens the skin—all while maintaining a comfortable skin temperature.

Like CoolSculpting, treatment lasts about an hour and you may return to all your daily activities—including the gym—immediately after the session.

A few weeks after treatment, patients notice smoother contours and fewer dimples over their abdomens, thighs, buttocks, and other areas. If you maintain a steady weight and continue living a healthy lifestyle, your trusculpt results can last indefinitely—spring break after spring break.

Cellfina

Cellfina is a minimally invasive treatment that improves the look of cellulite for up to 2 years. The treatment session only lasts about 45 minutes. It starts with application of a topical numbing cream followed by the use of a tiny microblade to release the fibrous connective bands that cause the dimpled appearance of cellulite.

After treatment, patients can continue doing errands and light activities. However, we recommend that you take it easy for the first 24 hours—it is not uncommon to have slight soreness. Patients begin to see improvements after about 3 days, so there’s still time to get smoother before your vacation.

BOTOX® and Dermal Fillers

A common misconception is that BOTOX® and dermal fillers are reserved for older patients. On the contrary, they can be a great way to rejuvenate and refresh the face at any age. As a student or young urban professional, stress and lack of sleep are the norm. This can accelerate the formation of fine lines, wrinkles, and cause the appearance of fatigue.

BOTOX can treat fine lines and wrinkles, and also help prevent wrinkles from forming in the first place. We also offer dermal fillers including JUVÉDERM®, Restylane®, RADIESSE®, and Sculptra® Aesthetic. These fillers can provide volume to the face and lips and reduce signs of premature aging.

It doesn’t take long to see the results from injectables and there is minimal recovery time. And even if you wait ’til the last minute to start shaping up for spring break, these treatments will ensure that your face has a healthy glow even before you hit the beach.

If you are interested in any of these nonsurgical treatments or want to learn more about your options, request a consultation online or call our Louisville location at (502) 814-3000 or our Lexington location at (859) 269-2256.

A migraine is a headache which causes moderate to severe pain that reoccurs. It often occurs, pulsating, on one side of the head, with other symptoms accompanying it. A migraine can be chronic if a person has one for more than 15 days out of the month, for 4 hours or greater at a time. Unfortunately, it is not known what causes a Migraine, Genetics can play a role but there are triggers to be aware of, a few examples are…Weather, Stress, Hunger, certain foods, medications, Fatigue, certain scents…it effects about 12% of Americans each year, 18% being women! Common treatment for migraines typically include drugs from your Doctor, but these pills come with ugly side effects, like kidney and liver damage; plus they don’t deal with the root of the problem. Thankfully studies have shown non-drug treatments including Chiropractic, Acupuncture, Massage and essential oils are beneficial and an effective way of treating chronic Migraine.

How Massage and Essential oils can help

It was shown by Dr. G Norstrom, “Many headaches were actually secondary neuralgia’s, manifesting from chronic inflammatory deposits in the muscles of the neck. Massaging the muscular insertions to the cranium, or fleshy part of the trapezius, the sternocleidomastoid and other muscles of the neck, performed over a span of time was sufficient to remove the inflammatory deposits, causing the neuralgia to disappear.”

A Louisville client of mine who suffered from migraines attributes her relief to her once a week massage. A lot of her treatment is focused on the neck and shoulders. I use heavy traction to the head and neck with a focus on the occipital belly, deep stripping and direct pressure to trapezius and scalene muscles. I also love adding essential oils to her treatment. Studies have shown how positive essential oils can be on migraine headaches so combining massage with the use of essential oils is a perfect pairing. A few I love are… Peppermint- used topically for its ability to inhibit muscle contractions and role in stimulating blood flow in the forehead, plus it gives off a relieving tingling sensation. Lavender, I think is everyone’s go-to and induces relaxation and relieves tension and stress. Eucalyptus helps cleanse the body of toxins and harmful microorganisms and Rosemary because of its stimulating, anti-inflammatory properties. I like to apply essential oils topically, or in a diffuser, I find both are beneficial. Essential oils are also something a client can use on their own for relief.

Migraines can be debilitating, but before you reach for the RX pain killer, I hope you will give some of these alternatives a try.

If you are ready to try a massage we’d love to meet with you in person to discuss how you may benefit from treatment. If you’re ready to talk in person, contact us online. You can also keep reading about some other great benefits of massage in our other blog posts.

Both CoolSculpting and liposuction are popular treatments at our Lexington and Louisville KY, practices. Each offers similar results, but inevitably most patients will need to opt for one treatment over the other. So what factors play into that decision?

Before we answer that question, let’s quickly compare them. Here are a few fast facts about CoolSculpting:

Nonsurgical treatment

Multiple treatments may be needed to achieve results

Little to no downtime – some patients even receive the treatment on their lunch break from work

Results are permanent with sustained diet and exercise routine

Approximately 25% of fat in the treated area will be reduced per treatment

And a few fast facts about liposuction:

Surgical procedure

Local anesthesia required

Downtime lasts between 3 and 5 days

Only 1 treatment needed

Results are permanent with sustained diet and exercise routine

This short video sums it up well:

So, how do you know which treatment may be better for you? During consultations, I always encourage my patients to consider a few key factors, including their lifestyle, how comfortable they are undergoing surgery, and their aesthetic goals. That discussion often helps me guide patients to determine which treatment path is going to be the best fit for them.

CoolSculpting is a better option if…

You’re not ready for surgery. Some patients prefer not to receive any type of anesthesia – even local.

You’re not able to take downtime required by liposuction surgery, which can be at least a few days.

Your areas of concern include the lower abdomen, back, arms, chin, and other areas easily treated by CoolSculpting.

On the other hand, liposuction may be a better option if…

You’re already planning to undergo a surgical procedure that requires anesthesia, such as a mommy makeover or breast augmentation. Liposuction can then enhance your results.

You’re looking for dramatic results after only 1 treatment.

You’re comfortable with undergoing surgery.

You can take a few days off of work and devote yourself to resting in the care of loved ones.

Still not sure? We’d love to meet with you in person to discuss how you may benefit from either treatment, talk more about the results you can expect, and help you determine which will meet your needs. If you’re ready to talk in person, contact us online. You can also keep reading about CoolSculpting in our other blog posts.

]]>https://www.calospa.com/blog/body-treatments/coolsculpting-body-treatments/coolsculpting-or-liposuction-whats-the-better-choice/feed/0Before You Book a CoolSculpting® Treatment, Read Thishttps://www.calospa.com/blog/body-treatments/coolsculpting-body-treatments/before-you-book-coolsculpting/
https://www.calospa.com/blog/body-treatments/coolsculpting-body-treatments/before-you-book-coolsculpting/#respondMon, 14 Nov 2016 13:00:49 +0000http://www.calospa.com/blog/?p=1120Continue reading ]]>By now you’ve probably heard about CoolSculpting, whether it was from our medical spa here in Louisville, KY, a celebrity like Molly Sims who received the treatment, or an article in Allure. This nonsurgical treatment is used to treat tricky areas of unwanted fat that so many of us have.

On your flanks, under your chin, on the belly — wherever unwanted fat pockets linger, CoolSculpting can probably treat it. It works by targeting and freezing fat cells while leaving skin and other healthy tissue cells alone. Those fat cells then die off and removed from the body through natural processes. Over the last few years since it became FDA approved, it’s grown dramatically in popularity.

But before you jump to booking a consultation for the treatment, there are a few things we’d like you know ahead of time to help you prepare for the treatment and make sure there are no surprises along the way.

The “Stick of Butter” Is a Real Thing

There are a variety of CoolSculpting applicators that are used for different treatment areas on the body. For example, we’ll use a different applicator for submental fat underneath the chin than fat on the lower abdomen. The treatment proceeds using the same principle though: suctioning fat into the device and holding it there, freezing the fat in the area to be treated.

Immediately after removing the applicators, we often hear the same reaction from patients: “My fat looks like a stick of butter!”

Because the applicators are generally rectangular, your treated skin and fat take on a similar shape, yielding a temporary “stick of butter” look. You can see one of these applicators on top of the machine in the picture with Brooke, above. But don’t worry! Your CoolSculpting practitioner will immediately massage the area out, and the shape of the fat will return to its prior contours within a few minutes.

There Will Be Some Soreness

We’re not going to sugarcoat it: Many patients feel some soreness around the treated area for 1 to 3 days after treatment. The feeling is often compared to the soreness of muscles after an intense workout. However, an over-the-counter pain reliever such as ibuprofen is generally sufficient to reduce the discomfort.

You Can Return to Your Day-to-Day

One of the benefits of this treatment is that patients are only in the office for a total of 1 to 2 hours. Many of them even come in on their lunch break and eat while they’re receiving the treatment! Because CoolSculpting doesn’t require any anesthesia, incisions, or injections, the downtime is minimal, and most patients return to their daily activities immediately after. A few patients have said that because of some soreness, they chose not to exercise for a day or 2 after the treatment. Otherwise, you can go to work, run errands, and spend time with friends and family, as you would on any other day.

Results Will Improve Over Time

Though many of the treatments offered at our medical spa have immediate results, such as facials and dermal fillers, the results of CoolSculpting will take longer to emerge. Some patients have seen results in as little as 2 weeks, while the most significant results surface between 2 and 6 months after the treatment. Why? CoolSculpting triggers a natural process that gradually removes dying fat cells, and that takes time. Ultimately, your results may continue to improve up to 6 months after final treatment. In the before-and-after image below, you can see how the final results reward your patience.

You May Need 2 Treatments

Many of our CoolSculpting patients see the results they were hoping for after just 1 treatment. But depending on the area being treated and the results you desire, you may benefit from 2 or even 3 treatments. When you come in for your consultation with one of our practitioners, we’ll be able to help you determine what treatment course may be best for you. We truly want you to have the best results possible!

Check out this video, where Dr. Calobrace explains how CoolSculpting continues to prove its versatility over time.

For more information, you can also visit our CoolSculpting page, where we’ve discussed the treatment in more detail, with before-and-after photos from past patients.

Lymphatic Drainage massage (LDM) is a gentle, rhythmic style of massage. This use of very light pressure and constant movements is designed to mimic the lymphatic system and reduce swelling by removing toxins from the body. A typical 50-minute session will usually only cover one section of the body which allows the therapist to thoroughly address that area of concern. Clients find it to be a very relaxing experience and often fall asleep during their treatment.

Lymph massage can be very beneficial when used with cosmetic surgery. This therapy can be used before and after surgery to speed healing and reduce edema. Before surgery at CaloAesthetics Plastic Surgery Center, LDM helps to remove stagnant fluid from tissues and increase blood flow, which brings nutrients to the tissues. After surgery, LDM can help to remove inflammation, speed healing, and reduce scar tissue.

Lymphatic massage has the ability to enhance the skin and is particularly useful I facial work. The massage removes wastes and toxins from skin cells and improves lymph circulation which greatly enhances the appearance of the skin. LDM is also effective in helping with conditions such as acne, rosacea, and eczema.

Improved immunity is another benefit of lymphatic massage. If you are tired, low on energy or find yourself getting sick often, your lymphatic system may be sluggish. LDM can be very beneficial by encouraging lymph flow and removing waste products. A series of Lymphatic massage sessions is very effective in restoring immune function and improving vitality. It is recommended to receive a Lymphatic massage at least once a week for a three-month period to stimulate the lymph circulation and improve immunity.

To get the most out of your lymph massage session show up to your CaloSpa Rejuvenation Center appointment fully hydrated, and continue to drink at least 8 glasses of water the days following your massage. When scheduling your appointment it is helpful to state what benefit you are hoping to achieve and where is the area to be addressed. This allows the therapist to be fully equipped with the right equipment for the area to be addressed. Lastly, come with a positive mind and ready to enjoy a very relaxing massage.

]]>https://www.calospa.com/blog/body-treatments/massage-body-treatments/how-lymphatic-massage-can-benefit-you/feed/0Benefits of a Warm Stone Massagehttps://www.calospa.com/blog/body-treatments/massage-body-treatments/benefits-of-a-warm-stone-massage/
https://www.calospa.com/blog/body-treatments/massage-body-treatments/benefits-of-a-warm-stone-massage/#respondThu, 12 Nov 2015 19:15:18 +0000http://www.calospa.com/blog/?p=799Continue reading ]]>The warm stone massage keeps me very busy all year round here at CaloSpa, and for good reason. I use all the beneficial techniques of our signature and deep tissue but with the added element of heat. The heat from the stones helps your muscles relax, allowing me to manipulate your deep tissue more effectively making for an extremely relaxing and effective experience.

For those who haven’t had the pleasure of having a hot stone massage, it consists of both hot and warm smooth river rock stones being used as a massage tool as well as being placed along different points of the body. The stones are heated in water, typically between 110-120 degrees. The stones are made of basalt, this allows them to retain and hold heat very effectively. They are all different shapes and sizes… larger stones are used for placement as well as used on the back and legs, my smaller/medium stones are great for the arms and neck. There’s even, very small, tiny stones that are placed between the toes and used on the face, (great for sinus pressure). Because the stones are very hot to start, the massage is very fast moving at first. I need to keep the stones constantly in motion so its effective and safe for my client until the heat has dissipated to a more comfortable temperature. This allows me to then slow down the massage and work deep into the muscles. After I’ve used the stones on the body and all the heat has been absorbed, I’ll tuck them under my client and move onto the next set of stones. If a deeper tissue massage is what you desire, I like to warm up the tissue with the stone first, after the muscles have absorbed the heat I’ll tuck the stones under the client and move onto using my hands and forearms for more effective trigger point therapy. Onto the history…

Hot stone massage has a very interesting history and can be traced to thousands of years ago…
The Japanese used stones to warm their abdomens to improve digestion about 4,000 years ago (Brixton Therapy Center).

Ancient Chinese used heated stones more than 2,000 years ago to improve the function of internal organs (Mayrhofer, 2010).

Native Americans used hot stones during rituals and in sweat lodges hundred years ago, during ceremonies, hot stones were heated using “the four elements – water, fire, air, and earth and then passed around to rub against areas of the body with ailments” (Lipoff). The stones were also used on the lower abdomen to relieve cramps (Hahana Stone Massage).

Hawaiian have used hot stones for massage and healing for many years (Lipoff). Heated lava stones are placed directly on the body to increase blood circulation (Lipoff).

Stones were also used for healing in North America, South America, Africa, Europe, Egypt by laying them on the body, carrying or wearing stones for health and protection, and using stones for diagnosis and treatment of disease (Mayrhofer, 2010).

So why not upgrade your next massage to a warm stone? I find that there’s quite a cult following among my clientele with the warm stone, and they rarely stray from it.

Always check with your doctor before getting a hot stone massage, contraindications for warm stone include, pregnant women and people with high blood pressure–are advised to avoid this type of therapy.

There are so many lasers and so many skin conditions that lasers treat. Now, have you ever wondered why there are so many different types of lasers? It’s easy to open magazines or even search the internet and find article after article promising results and claiming to have the best laser. The problem is that most of the time, not one laser can or will correct all of someone’s skin concerns. In fact, Most people have more than one concern to begin with, which then will likely involve more than one type of laser treatment.
Here is where the decoding comes into play. There are two basic types of lasers, ablative and nonablative. Ablative lasers vaporize the top layers of damaged skin, while nonablative lasers work deeper in the skin without removing or otherwise damaging the top layers.
Now this could get very confusing, technical, and lengthy if I try to explain every difference between laser types, so I will focus on common cosmetic issues and what lasers we have here at CaloSpa to treat those cosmetic issues.

Pigmented Lesions: such as sun spots, age spots, melasma, and other forms of hyperpigmentation the Excel V, Spectra, and Picosure all have the ability to treat these concerns. During your consultation the appropriate laser will be decided.

Skin Tightening: Most cosmetic laser procedures will provide some level of superficial tightening, because they produce a controlled injury of the skin, which increases collagen production. The Lutronic Infini is the ideal solution to create targeted coagulation zones in aging, sagging skin with wrinkles. This treatment is bipolar RF (radiofrequency).

Vascular Lesions: Vascular lesions include broken blood vessels on the face, unsightly veins on legs, and certain types of birth marks. Our laser of choice is Excel V, as it is minimally invasive. Spectra and Genesis are also great options as well dependent upon which type of vascular lesion we are treating.

Tattoo Removal: It is so exciting now that we have two different tattoo removal lasers. Until now we were limited by what colors we could treat. Between the Picosure and Spectra, we can provide more options and better results.

There are so many different types of laser technologies available that it can seem overwhelming trying to decide which one is “the best,” we recommend that you come in and have a thorough skin evaluation with one of our clinical aestheticians. We can make this process easy and help you achieve your desired results.

]]>https://www.calospa.com/blog/body-treatments/laser-vein-treatment/decoding-cosmetic-lasers/feed/0Nail Knowledge -Three Common Questions Asked During A Manicurehttps://www.calospa.com/blog/blog/nail-knowledge-three-common-questions-asked-during-a-manicure/
https://www.calospa.com/blog/blog/nail-knowledge-three-common-questions-asked-during-a-manicure/#respondMon, 27 Apr 2015 07:00:32 +0000http://www.calospa.com/blog/?p=740Continue reading ]]>Hello CaloSpa friends. My name is Dee and I am a certified nail technician here at the lovely CaloSpa Rejuvenation Center in Louisville, Kentucky. I wanted share three of the most common asked nail questions I get when seeing my clients for their routine manicures.

1). Is it true that you should only file your nail in one direction?
Yes, you should always file in one direction when shaping the nail. Nails are made up of dead cells that flatten as they grow out. These flat cells form into the layers of the nail. That’s why you will see a nail chip or peek at the free edge; it has a layer that has loosened or lost its seal. If you file back and forth, you will weaken the free edge, which encourages peeling and chipping. It’s important to make sure that you aren’t using a file that’s to coarse; the lower the grit number on the file, the more coarse it is. A rough file will rip up those layers. If you need to shorten the length trim the nail with clippers first. But, the best way to shorten the nail is to gently file back and forth, stopping short of the actual length you want, and then finish by filing in one direction.

2). What causes white spots on the nail?
There are several causes of white spots on the nail, few of which are problematic. For whatever reason, people believe that white spots are due to a vitamin deficiency, which is not necessarily true. Most commonly, white spots appear if there was trauma to the nail when it was developing, meaning that a small “bang” to the end of your finger can result in a small white spot as the nail grows out.

Another common case comes from wearing the same lacquer for more than three to four weeks; it can cause portions of the nail plate to become white and friable. These white areas are called keratin granulations and will eventually grow out without any long term consequences; however, they can cause the nail plate to be susceptible to fungal invasion if not properly cared for.

Less common are beau’s lines, which are horizontal indentations that appear white. They’re a result of sudden halt in nail plate production and are caused by trauma, illness and severe stress. Or, white spots that have a powdery consistency can be the result of a fungal infection. If you think you might have a fungus, visit your doctor for treatment.3). What is the best way to remove glitter?
I absolutely love glitter polish but it can be so difficult to remove! If you’re already wearing glitter polish; place acetone- soaked cotton all on top of each nail and wrap the nail with aluminum foil. The foil keeps the acetone from drying out and speeds up the removal process. Whenever I don’t have foil with me, I will first use a file or buffer to toughen up the glitter and then I’ll use remover to fully take off the polish. Just be careful not to file away your natural nail! If you haven’t yet applied the glitter varnish, I recommend applying a peel off base coat first. It allows you to peel off the color without using any remover.

Thank you for reading my blog. If you have any other questions please don’t hesitate to ask and as always relax, rejuvenate, and renew.

CaloSpa Nail Technician – Dee Miller

]]>https://www.calospa.com/blog/blog/nail-knowledge-three-common-questions-asked-during-a-manicure/feed/0Body Treatments Sure to Leave You Feeling Refreshed for Springhttps://www.calospa.com/blog/body-treatments/body-treatments-sure-to-leave-you-feeling-refreshed-for-spring/
https://www.calospa.com/blog/body-treatments/body-treatments-sure-to-leave-you-feeling-refreshed-for-spring/#respondTue, 24 Mar 2015 19:07:08 +0000http://www.calospa.com/blog/?p=642Continue reading ]]>Massage isn’t your only option on the menu at Calospa. You can also choose between two body treatments. Calospa offers a detoxifying/cellulite wrap and a body polish. Both are great treatments to gear your body up for spring.

What you can expect during your 50 minute body polish.

A body polish is an exfoliating treatment to eliminate dead skin from the body. The treatment is applied by hand while lying on a heated table. Your therapist will use a light but vigorous technique to scrub each area gently. The cleansing body polish is a blend of soothing green tea and stimulating lemongrass. While relaxing through your service the room is filled with an intoxicating scent that is impossible to ignore. After your therapist has finished both sides of your body, you will then rinse away the polish in a warm shower. After you shower your skin will feel like new and your skin is now ready to be hydrated. A rich body soufflé is massaged softly into the skin. The service leaves you feeling refreshed and your skin glowing.

What you can expect during your detoxifying body wrap.

This treatment is designed to help eliminate toxins from your body by stimulating your lymphatic system. Because your lymphatic system is targeted this wrap is also great for cellulite. We recommend a series of 4 to 6 appointments if you are using it as a cellulite treatment. The treatments are done no less than 4 days apart and no more than 7 days apart. Your therapist will begin the service with a stimulating exfoliation that is wiped away using a dry towel. Mlis Body Contour Cream is applied and you are then wrapped in plastic wrap for an hour. During that time you can simply relax or add a 30 minute hand foot and scalp massage to your service. Once your hour is completed the plastic is taken off. The contour cream should stay on your skin for another 4 to 6 hours after treatment to get the maximum benefits. Due to the detoxifying benefits this treatment is a great way to kickoff your spring cleanse. Drinking a lot of water before and after each treatment is important for maximum results.

Note: If you are losing weight it is recommended that you have a wrap for every 7 to 10 pounds lost to help with your skins elasticity.